Tag: fines

Question

I hope this message finds you well. I was wondering if there’s a fine for not carrying/holding an ID in mainland China for foreigners?

Answer

There is no law stating that foreigners must always carry their passports. It may be advisable to carry a copy of your passport information and visa page, but it is not always necessary. If for some reason you are stopped by the police or even brought to the police station to be checked, there should not be a fine involved.

In a related matter, you should always carry your passport if you are going to another city. Not only will it serve as your primary form of identification, but it is necessary to check into any hotels and most transportation (e.g. planes, trains, and sometimes even buses).

Happy travels!

– Sophia

Have police ever stopped you or asked for identification? Is there a legal question in China you’re wondering about? Leave a comment here or email Sophia at sophia@meldiculture.com.

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Sophia Wright is an English-speaking lawyer from Chongqing, China and currently residing in California. She provides a variety of legal services in English to expats and visitors throughout China. For more information or advice, please get in touch with us.

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